The Story of Sinbad the Sailor – Arabian Nights (Original Version) In the vibrant city of Baghdad, during the rule of the Abbasid Caliphate, there lived a prosperous merchant named Sinbad the Sailor. Known for his adventurous spirit and love of the sea, Sinbad’s life was filled with incredible voyages and daring exploits. The First…
Play this story The Tale of Aladdin and His Wonderful Lamp – Arabian Nights (Original Version) Once upon a time, in the bustling streets of a faraway city in China, there lived a poor but kind-hearted young man named Aladdin. He lived with his widowed mother in a humble home, barely scraping by to make…
The Legend of Maui: The Demigod Who Slowed the Sun – Polynesia (Original Version) In the vast and beautiful islands of Polynesia, where the ocean meets the sky in endless horizons, lived a demigod named Maui. Born to a human mother and a god, Maui possessed extraordinary powers and was known for his mischievous spirit…
Paul Bunyan – United States (Original Version) In the vast, untamed wilderness of North America, where towering pines stretched as far as the eye could see, there emerged a legend of a giant lumberjack named Paul Bunyan. It is said that Paul was so large that when he was born, it took five storks to…
Beowulf – Scandinavia – (Condensed Version) In the ancient times of Scandinavia, where icy winds swept across the rugged lands, there was a great hall called Heorot. It belonged to King Hrothgar of the Danes, a wise and generous ruler who brought prosperity to his people. Yet, Heorot was plagued by a terrible monster named…
The Legend of the White Snake – China (Original Version) Long ago, in the misty mountains of ancient China, there lived a powerful white snake spirit who had cultivated her powers for thousands of years. Through her dedication and meditation, she had gained the ability to transform into a beautiful human woman. Eager to experience…
The Ramayana – India (Condensed Version) Once upon a time in the kingdom of Ayodhya, there ruled a wise and just king named Dasharatha. He had four sons, the eldest of whom was Rama, born to his queen, Kausalya. Rama was the embodiment of virtue and was beloved by all. His brothers, Bharata, Lakshmana, and…
The Little Humpbacked Horse – Russia (Original Version) Once upon a time in a distant Russian village, there lived a humble peasant with his three sons. The youngest son, Ivan, was often teased by his brothers for being simple-minded, but he had a kind heart and a gentle spirit. One evening, their father sent the…
The Firebird – Russia (Original Version) Once upon a time, in a faraway kingdom in Russia, there lived a mighty Tsar named Ivan. He had three sons, the youngest of whom was named Prince Ivan. The Tsar’s greatest treasure was his magnificent orchard, filled with trees bearing golden apples. One morning, the Tsar awoke to…
The Secret of the Silent School Bell (Original Version) In the bustling town of Meadowville, Maplewood Elementary was known for its lively atmosphere and the cheerful chime of its school bell. Every morning, the bell would ring, signaling the start of a new day filled with learning and laughter. One crisp autumn morning, however, the…
